Help please, i need 5 major time periods that happened in the ghana and maya at the same time , in a timeline order.
1. Preclassic Period (2000 BC - 250 AD) - During this time, the Mayans and Ghanaians were both developing their respective civilizations and cultures. In Ghana, the earliest known civilization, the Kingdom of Ancient Ghana, emerged, while the early Mayans were building their first cities.
2. Classic Period (250 - 900 AD) - This period was characterized by the height of the Mayan and Ghanaian civilizations. In Ghana, the Kingdom of Ghana reached its peak, while the Mayan civilization experienced tremendous growth, with the development of sophisticated city-states like Tikal and Calakmul.
3. Postclassic Period (900 - 1500 AD) - During this time, both Ghana and Maya experienced significant changes and upheavals. In Ghana, the Empire of Mali rose to power, replacing the Kingdom of Ghana, while the Mayan civilization began to decline, leading to the eventual collapse of the great Maya cities.
4. Colonial Period (1500 - 1800 AD) - This is the period of European colonization in Africa and America. In Ghana, European traders and explorers began to establish trading posts and colonies, while in Maya, Spanish conquistadors arrived in the region, leading to the colonization of the Americas.
5. Modern Period (1800 AD - present) - Ghana and Maya have both undergone significant changes and developments in this period. In Ghana, the country gained independence from the British in 1957, leading to significant political and economic changes. While in Maya, the descendants of the Mayan people continue to make up a significant part of the population in modern-day Central America, with many continuing to preserve their ancient traditions and culture.